Phoenix F Markieff Morris suspended

New York, NY (SportsNetwork.com) - The NBA has suspended Phoenix Suns forward
Markieff Morris one game for elbowing Thunder big man Serge Ibaka in the face
during an Oct. 22 preseason game.

The incident took place at the 6:42 mark of the third quarter during a Reggie
Jackson free throw attempt. Morris and Ibaka got tangled under the basket, and
the former used his elbow to establish position.

Morris will miss the Suns' regular season opener against the Portland Trail
Blazers.

In two NBA seasons, Morris has averaged 7.8 points and 4.8 rebounds, making 39
starts.